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Court Slams Gurugram Police For 'Botched' Murder Investigation

Court Slams Gurugram Police For 'Botched' Murder Investigation

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

A Delhi court has criticised Gurugram Police for a "botched" investigation into the murder of real estate professional Yuvraj Singh Manchanda, particularly for cremating his body without identification. The court noted discrepancies between the post-mortem report and Delhi Police's findings regarding the cause of death, highlighting significant delays in uploading details to the ZIPNET database.

Delhi Murder: Chargesheet Details Pre-Planned Attack On DU Student

Delhi Murder: Chargesheet Details Pre-Planned Attack On DU Student

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

The chargesheet filed in the murder of DU student Muskan Sharma reveals that the accused, Imran Khan, allegedly pre-planned the attack, purchasing a knife two days prior. An accomplice, Digvijay Singh, is accused of helping Khan locate Sharma's house, waiting during the murder, and later harbouring him. Khan had allegedly threatened and stalked Sharma before the incident, and both accused are now in judicial custody.

New POCSO Case Filed Against Granite Baron Veeramani

New POCSO Case Filed Against Granite Baron Veeramani

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

A Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Chennai has registered a new case under the POCSO Act against granite baron R Veeramani, following a complaint from the mother of a minor girl. This development comes as Veeramani's judicial custody was extended, and the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) announced a fact-finding visit. The case has led to significant public outcry and action against police officers for alleged inaction.

Delhi Police Uses MCOCA Against Multi-State Crime Syndicate

Delhi Police Uses MCOCA Against Multi-State Crime Syndicate

Rediff.com14 Jun 2026

Delhi Police has invoked the Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA) against an alleged multi-state crime syndicate led by Nasir Hafiz Khan, who is accused of numerous robberies and cheating cases. The action follows an investigation into a 2025 robbery, revealing Khan's extensive criminal history and previous MCOCA booking.

Son Detained After Chandigarh Head Constable Shot Dead

Son Detained After Chandigarh Head Constable Shot Dead

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

A Chandigarh police head constable, Nitin Singh, was found shot dead in his home. His son, Armaan, who was previously out on bail in a fatal road accident case, has been detained as the prime suspect after an argument.

Can top professionals fall for cyber fraud? IIT Madras study says...

Can top professionals fall for cyber fraud? IIT Madras study says...

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

An IIT Madras study reveals that financial cybercrime victims in India are often highly educated professionals, challenging the notion that only careless or financially unaware individuals are targeted. The research highlights that digital literacy doesn't guarantee protection, as fraudsters exploit stress and emotional vulnerabilities.

Pakistan star Muhammad Rizwan approaches ICC over corruption probe

Pakistan star Muhammad Rizwan approaches ICC over corruption probe

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

Former Pakistan captain Muhammad Rizwan has contacted the ICC's Anti-Corruption Unit for clarification on procedures related to corruption investigations, as he faces questioning by Pakistan's National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) over alleged links to illegal betting and gambling sites. This development follows the confiscation and forensic examination of his mobile phone, alongside Imam-ul-Haq's, during a recent tour, highlighting concerns about the PCB's compliance with ICC anti-corruption protocols and Pakistan cricket's history with such scandals.

Were These Biopics Done Right?

Were These Biopics Done Right?

Rediff.com7 Oct 2026

From Azhar and Sanju to Thackeray and Swatantrya Veer Savarkar, Bollywood has often struggled to tell controversial true stories without turning their subjects into heroes.

Supreme Court Refuses To Unfreeze TMC Bank Accounts Amidst Probe

Supreme Court Refuses To Unfreeze TMC Bank Accounts Amidst Probe

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

The Supreme Court has dismissed a plea by the Mamata Banerjee-led TMC faction to operate four debit-frozen bank accounts, upholding a Calcutta High Court order. The accounts, holding around Rs 804 crore, are under investigation due to alleged cash deposits and a factional dispute within the party. The court noted the Election Commission's symbol freeze and requested the High Court to expedite the larger adjudication.

How Old Rivalry Led To A Deadly Gurugram Murder

How Old Rivalry Led To A Deadly Gurugram Murder

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Five individuals have been arrested in Gurugram for the murder of a 39-year-old man, a crime police say was a revenge killing stemming from an old rivalry. The accused had conspired to kill both the victim and his son, but only the father was fatally shot. Police apprehended the suspects after a chase, recovering a weapon and the motorcycle used in the incident, and are continuing their investigation.

Dressing room leaks: Pakistan's Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq to miss domestic tournament

Dressing room leaks: Pakistan's Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq to miss domestic tournament

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

Senior Pakistan cricketers Mohammad Rizwan and Imam-ul-Haq will miss the upcoming domestic first-class tournament. While the official reason cites missed fitness tests, sources indicate they are under investigation by the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) for alleged dressing-room leaks, leading to their exclusion from domestic matches.

Man kills wife over suspected affair, keeps head in fridge

Man kills wife over suspected affair, keeps head in fridge

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

A woman's partially decomposed and decapitated body was discovered in her Guwahati home, with her head found in a refrigerator. Her husband, Ramanuj Goswami, has been arrested after confessing to the murder, claiming it was a fit of rage over his wife's alleged extra-marital affair.

Dismissed Constable's Mother Demands Death Penalty For Son

Dismissed Constable's Mother Demands Death Penalty For Son

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

The mother of dismissed police constable Shailesh Patil, accused in a rape case in Bhiwandi, Thane, has publicly sought the death penalty for her son. She alleges he has victimised multiple women and forcibly seized her property, rendering her homeless.

Delhi Bus Gangrape: Police File Chargesheet, SC Expresses Concern

Delhi Bus Gangrape: Police File Chargesheet, SC Expresses Concern

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Delhi Police have filed a 398-page chargesheet against a sleeper bus driver and conductor for the alleged gangrape of a minor during a journey from Greater Noida to Delhi. Biological evidence was crucial in the case, which also highlighted significant safety lapses on the bus. The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognisance, drawing parallels to the 2012 Nirbhaya case and questioning systemic law enforcement failures.

SC questions cremation of missing Delhi realtor's body before identification

SC questions cremation of missing Delhi realtor's body before identification

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has ordered the Delhi and Gurugram police to explain why the body of missing Delhi realtor Yuvraj Singh Manchanda was cremated without identification and why details were not uploaded to the CCTNS portal. This directive comes after Manchanda's family alleged they were not informed about the recovery of his body, which was found in Gurugram and cremated before they were notified. The court also referenced its earlier directives on prompt FIR registration for missing persons, highlighting concerns about human trafficking and the need for an all-India police grid.

Meta India chief appears before child rights panel again over CSEAM ads

Meta India chief appears before child rights panel again over CSEAM ads

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Top Meta India executives, including chief Arun Srinivas, appeared before the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) for the second time in a week regarding alleged Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM) related advertisements on its platforms. Meta has committed to reporting child safety matters directly to India's I4C cybercrime portal, a significant shift from its previous practice of reporting to a US-based centre. The government is pushing for stronger safeguards and accountability from social media platforms to ensure online child safety.

Police Uncover Decades-Long Abuse In Veeramani POCSO Case

Police Uncover Decades-Long Abuse In Veeramani POCSO Case

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

In a high-profile POCSO case, Chennai police have discovered more minor victims of sexual harassment allegedly by granite businessman R Veeramani, with investigators suspecting the abuse spans over two decades. Additional victims' statements have been recorded, and the case involves charges under POCSO, IT, and SC/ST Acts.

Police Encounter Leads To Arrest In Kalkaji Mandir Rape Case

Police Encounter Leads To Arrest In Kalkaji Mandir Rape Case

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

A man identified as Asif, accused of raping a 17-year-old girl near Kalkaji Mandir, was arrested after a police encounter in southeast Delhi. Two other suspects, an advocate and his brother, are being questioned. Asif allegedly fired at police during interception, leading to an exchange of fire where he was injured and subsequently apprehended. The incident involved three men posing as policemen, abducting the girl and her friend, and then raping the girl in Astha Kunj Park.

Mathura Man Murdered By Brothers Over Alleged Elopement

Mathura Man Murdered By Brothers Over Alleged Elopement

Rediff.com21 Sep 2026

A 32-year-old man, Avnish Kumar, was allegedly shot dead in Mathura by two brothers while returning from a wrestling match. The motive appears to be an alleged relationship between the deceased and one of the accused's wives, who reportedly eloped with Avnish four years prior. Police are investigating the incident.

Celebrating Bollywood's Fierce Female Cops

Celebrating Bollywood's Fierce Female Cops

Rediff.com9 Sep 2026

From Kareena Kapoor Khan's 'cop who wears lipstick' in Daayra to Rani Mukerji's relentless Shivani Shivaji Rao in the Mardaani series, Bollywood has seen a rise in powerful and nuanced portrayals of female police officers tackling brutal crimes and societal challenges.

What Drishyam, Singham, Dhamaal Have In Common

What Drishyam, Singham, Dhamaal Have In Common

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

From Hera Pheri to Krrish and Drishyam, these Bollywood franchises took their sequels in wildly different directions from the films that inspired them.

Tom Cruise's 10 Best Movies

Tom Cruise's 10 Best Movies

Rediff.com1 Oct 2026

Looking at the best Tom Cruise films outside the Mission: Impossible franchise that proves just how versatile the superstar can be.

Police Investigate Murder Of Elderly Man In Kannauj

Police Investigate Murder Of Elderly Man In Kannauj

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

A 62-year-old man, Pravesh Dubey, was found murdered in his home in Behrin village, Kannauj. Police are investigating the incident, working to identify the killers and determine the motive.

Delhi teen murdered over social media remarks; juvenile among two held

Delhi teen murdered over social media remarks; juvenile among two held

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

A 19-year-old man was stabbed to death in northeast Delhi's Jafrabad area following a dispute over an abusive social media comment. Police have apprehended two individuals, including a juvenile, in connection with the murder. The victim and one of the accused were co-workers.

Supreme Court Halts Death Sentence For Man In POCSO Case

Supreme Court Halts Death Sentence For Man In POCSO Case

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The Supreme Court has stayed the execution of a man sentenced to death for the repeated sexual assault of three minor girls. The apex court's decision comes after the Madras High Court confirmed his conviction and death penalty. The Supreme Court has sought reports from probation officers, jail authorities, and a psychological evaluation of the appellant, posting the matter for hearing after 20 weeks.

'Stardom Used To Be Exclusive Club, Not Anymore'

'Stardom Used To Be Exclusive Club, Not Anymore'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2026

'Stardom is relative and script is the star. It is not one size fits all.'

Police Uncover Decades Of Abuse In Veeramani POCSO Case

Police Uncover Decades Of Abuse In Veeramani POCSO Case

Rediff.com19 Sep 2026

The Central Crime Branch in Chennai has uncovered evidence suggesting that granite businessman R Veeramani's alleged sexual harassment of minors may span over two decades, predating 2003. The investigation, which began with a 2019 video clip, has identified multiple survivors, leading to charges under the POCSO Act, IT Act, and SC/ST Act against Veeramani and two accomplices. The Child Welfare Committee is also monitoring the case for further action.

Three Accused Sent To Judicial Custody In Delhi Teen Rape Case

Three Accused Sent To Judicial Custody In Delhi Teen Rape Case

Rediff.com24 Sep 2026

A Delhi court has remanded three accused Asif, Hemant, and Mukesh to 14 days' judicial custody in connection with the alleged rape of a 17-year-old girl at Aastha Kunj Park. The accused allegedly posed as policemen, threatened the victim and her friend, and then raped the girl. One accused, Asif, was arrested after an encounter with the police.

President Murmu returns West Bengal anti-goonda bill for reconsideration

President Murmu returns West Bengal anti-goonda bill for reconsideration

Rediff.com25 Sep 2026

President Droupadi Murmu has returned the West Bengal government's proposed anti-goonda bill for reconsideration. The objection stems from a provision in the bill that may overlap with a central anti-narcotics law, specifically concerning offences under the NDPS Act, 1985, and the PITNDPS Act, 1988. This raises concerns about potential duplication and repugnancy under Article 254 of the Constitution.

Accidental Collision Leads To Fatal Stabbing Of Delhi Teen

Accidental Collision Leads To Fatal Stabbing Of Delhi Teen

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in central Delhi's Anand Parbat area after an accidental collision with three teenagers escalated into an altercation. Police have arrested a 19-year-old man and apprehended two minors in connection with the murder, recovering the alleged weapon.

Calcutta High Court Directs West Bengal On Encounter Killing Probe

Calcutta High Court Directs West Bengal On Encounter Killing Probe

Rediff.com15 Sep 2026

The Calcutta High Court has directed the West Bengal government to submit an affidavit within two weeks regarding the investigation into the encounter killing of an accused in the rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl in Baruipur. The court also ordered the preservation of all related documents and CCTV footage.

Why Drishyam: The Conclusion Is Better Than Drishyam 3

Why Drishyam: The Conclusion Is Better Than Drishyam 3

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

Drishyam: The Conclusion has remarkably outsmarted its Malayalam counterpart, Drishyam 3, by delivering a superior thriller that perfectly understands audience expectations for intricate plots and compelling twists.

Delhi Government Under Scrutiny Over Women's Safety After Horrific Park Incident

Delhi Government Under Scrutiny Over Women's Safety After Horrific Park Incident

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

AAP Delhi unit president Saurabh Bharadwaj has criticised the Delhi government's handling of women's safety after a 17-year-old girl was allegedly raped at Aastha Kunj Park, leading Lady Shri Ram College to shift classes online. Bharadwaj questioned the BJP government's achievements in ensuring safety and highlighted daily crimes against women, while also alleging harassment of opposition leaders.

Hoshiarpur Court Hands Death Sentence To Migrant Labourer For Heinous Child Murder

Hoshiarpur Court Hands Death Sentence To Migrant Labourer For Heinous Child Murder

Rediff.com18 Sep 2026

A Fast-Track Special Court in Hoshiarpur has sentenced a 33-year-old migrant labourer, Nanke Yadav alias Radhe Sham, to death for the aggravated sexual assault and murder of a five-year-old boy. The court termed it a 'rarest of rare' case, with the death sentence subject to confirmation by the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

Delhi Robbery-Murder: Cousin's Betrayal Unravels Cash Collection Plot

Delhi Robbery-Murder: Cousin's Betrayal Unravels Cash Collection Plot

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Delhi Police have apprehended the cousin of a man stabbed to death during an armed robbery, along with other accused and a juvenile. The cousin allegedly tipped off assailants about the victim's cash movements. The police used extensive CCTV and ANPR analysis to trace the culprits, recovering a significant portion of the stolen cash. Three other accused remain at large.

Cops thrash Gujarat man at same spot where he beat his live-in partner to death

Cops thrash Gujarat man at same spot where he beat his live-in partner to death

Rediff.com6 Sep 2026

A man accused of fatally assaulting his live-in partner in Bhavnagar was publicly thrashed by police during a crime scene reconstruction. Police officials defended the action, citing the need to restore public faith after the brutal murder, despite a recent circular from the Gujarat Home Department restricting such conduct.

5 rescued orangutans undergo extensive health checks in Odisha zoo

5 rescued orangutans undergo extensive health checks in Odisha zoo

Rediff.com17 Sep 2026

Five rescued baby orangutans quarantined at Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar underwent extensive health checks, including X-rays and blood sample collection, to assess their condition and facilitate DNA testing. The health check-up was prompted after one primate developed a fever. Officials are identifying a suitable laboratory for DNA analysis, which is crucial for determining their origin and aiding an ongoing international wildlife smuggling investigation.

Alia, Deepika, Helen: The Cabaret Queens Of Bollywood

Alia, Deepika, Helen: The Cabaret Queens Of Bollywood

Rediff.com29 Sep 2026

Alia Bhatt's upcoming cabaret performance in Love & War has sparked renewed interest in Bollywood's classic dance form, prompting a nostalgic look at the legendary actresses who mastered the art.

Three men posing as cops gang-rape girl in Delhi; trio held after encounter

Three men posing as cops gang-rape girl in Delhi; trio held after encounter

Rediff.com23 Sep 2026

A man identified as Asif, accused of gang-raping a 17-year-old girl near Kalkaji Mandir, has been arrested following a police encounter in southeast Delhi. Asif, one of three men who allegedly posed as policemen, fired at the police team before being shot in the leg during the exchange. The incident occurred in Astha Kunj Park, and police are now searching for the other two accused.

Lalu, Rabri, Tejashwi among nine charged in IRCTC hotel scam

Lalu, Rabri, Tejashwi among nine charged in IRCTC hotel scam

Rediff.com11 Sep 2026

A Delhi court has ordered the framing of money laundering charges against former railway minister Lalu Prasad Yadav, his wife Rabri Devi, son Tejashwi Yadav, and six others in the alleged IRCTC hotel scam. The court found strong suspicion of a manipulated tender for railway hotels and a quid pro quo involving land transfer at undervalued rates.